First Concert of Emil Mollenhauer

“Young Mollenhauer is the son of Mr. Frederick Mollenhauer the blind violinist, and is not to be confounded with the Bretto children, or Emil Gramm—all gifted pupils of Edward Mollenhauer.  Emil, the son of Frederick, is said to be a player of unusual skill, and a child of remarkable precocity.”

“This interesting event took place last evening at Niblo’s Saloon, and proved a great success. There was a large and fashionable audience present, and the young artist received much applause. We are not partial to infant prodigies; but in this instance the young violinist displays so much talent as to merit the serious attention of all who take an interest in art. That he will take his place among the first in his profession is an incontestable fact, judging from his performances last evening. Mr. J. N. Pattison, the popular pianist, assisted at this concert, and contributed largely to its success. Mrs. Jenny Kempton, at a moment’s notice, took the place of Mrs. Marie Abbott, who was ill. She sang every effectively.”

“Emil is the son of Fred. Mollenhauer, the blind violinist, and although only eight years of age, is said to be a wonderful performer on the violin. He is an American by birth, having first seen the light of day in Brooklyn in 1855.”